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Agility with Generative AI

Is your organisation leveraging generative AI for supply chain management?

 

44% Probably Yes

 

21% Not Sure

 

15% Probably Not

 

13% Definitely Yes

 

6% Definitely Not

Among those not currently using generative AI, a significant proportion (57%) plan to implement it or are considering implementation in the next two years, reflecting the perceived potential of AI to transform supply chain operations. Where is your business on the pie chart?

Agility with Machine Learning

Where along the value chain are businesses implementing machine learning or optimisation?

ML-driven inventory optimisation
45%
ML-driven demand forecasting
40%
Automated production scheduling
40%
Automated replenishment scheduling
39%
ML-driven price optimisation
39%
ML-driven predictive maintenance
39%
ML-driven cashflow forecasting
37%
Automated route selection
35%
ML-driven emissions forecasting
34%
Automated cross- / up-sell opportunity identification
32%
ML-driven ETA prediction
30%
Disruption / delay resolution suggestions
27%
Network design suggestions
29%
Somewhere else
1%

Businesses are implementing machine learning and optimisation most frequently in inventory optimisation (45%) and demand forecasting (40%), underlining the critical role of these technologies in managing inventory levels and accurately predicting future demand. Where is your business on this chart?

Agility with Automation Technologies Around the Globe

What is your greatest hope for the impact of automation technologies (Generative AI and ML) on your industry in the next three years?

According to the businesses surveyed, the greatest hope for the impact of automation technologies lies in increased efficiency and productivity (32%), cost savings (26%), and improved supply chain automation (23%). This reflects a strong belief in the potential of these technologies to drive significant improvements in supply chain management. Which of these outcomes is most important for your business?

“When workers are empowered to spend more time innovating—what humans do best—that’s where the real value creation happens. That is agility.”

Vaibhav Vohra | Chief Product and Technology Officer, Epicor